How to Make Your Own Mason Jar Dressing

A quick shake of the wrist is all you need for fresh dressings bursting with flavor.

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Why Make Your Own?

One simple change you can make to drastically improve your health is to remove any and all processed sauces, dips and dressings from your diet. Store-bought dressings in particular are often lacking in nutrients and fiber, and are high in unpronounceable preservatives, salt, sugar and unnecessary, unhealthy fats. In addition, they often taste... well, artificial. Instead, try these easy, nutrient-dense alternatives that will make any salad the focal point of your meal.

3.The Acid

The acid can be any whole or minimally processed food that has a tangy, tart taste to it. Lime, lemon, orange and grapefruit juices are always fan favorites and contain a plethora of phytochemicals. Minimally processed vinegars, like apple cider, balsamic, red wine or rice vinegar, are also good choices and are noted to potentially have health benefits for weight maintenance, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, and regulating blood sugar levels.

6. The Flavor Enhancers

Last up are the flavor enhancers that make each dressing unique. Fresh herbs, garlic, ginger and chile peppers are a few examples of whole foods that nutritiously flavor dressings without any added fat, salt or sugar.

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